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Tanabata Tree Emoji
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Unicode Code Point | U+1F38B 1F38B |
Emoji Name | tanabata tree |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 0.6Initial release |
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Keywords | tanabatatreestar festivalwish |
đ Meaning and Explanation
The đ emoji depicts a Tanabata tree, which is typically a bamboo branch decorated with colorful strips of paper (tanzaku) on which people write wishes. It represents the Japanese Tanabata festival.
It is commonly associated with wishes, celebration, summer festivals, and Japanese culture. It can also symbolize hope, dreams, or connecting with traditions.
This emoji evokes feelings of festivity, cultural appreciation, and the magic of making wishes.
đ How to Use
This emoji is frequently used to express:
- Tanabata Festival: To talk about the annual Japanese festival, which celebrates the meeting of the deities Orihime and Hikoboshi.
- Making Wishes: To signify writing down hopes and dreams, or wishing for something to come true.
- Japanese Culture: To refer to Japanese traditions, festivals, or summer events.
- Celebration and Hope: To convey a festive mood, optimism, or a sense of anticipation for good things.
đ Cultural Background
Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
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Japan | Tanabata festival, wishes, summer celebration | Deeply integrated into Japanese cultural practices and seasonal events. |
Global (Japanese Culture Enthusiasts) | Japanese festival, cultural appreciation | Understood by those familiar with Japanese traditions. |
Figurative Use | Hope, dreams, aspirations | Can be used metaphorically to represent personal wishes or future goals. |